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Penfield
StyleGorpcore / OutdoorWorkwear / HeritageStreetwear
Known forJacketsOuterwear
Penfield is an American outdoor label founded in 1975 by Harvey Gross, who converted a disused textile mill in Hudson, Massachusetts into a down-insulation factory. Its output centres on down-filled and quilted parkas, mountain and trail jackets, fleeces, flannel shirts and logo sweats, mixing New England Ivy references with ripstop and technical fabrics. Kasson, Rockford and Lucan style jackets remain core. UK licensing group Brand Machine Group bought the brand in January 2021 and runs it as a wholesale-led business across Europe, North America and Asia.
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How Penfield fits
| Category | Runs | Shape | Length | Size advice | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoodies & sweatshirts | slightly large | regular to slightly boxy logo sweat fit | regular | Order your usual size for an easy fit, or drop one size for a trimmer shape. | low |
| Shirts & overshirts | runs large | relaxed overshirt-leaning flannel cut, broad through chest and shoulders | longer body, often worn untucked | Many find the flannels a size big, so sizing down is common unless you want a shacket-style drape. | medium |
| Jackets | slightly large | relaxed and boxy, cut with room for mid-layers; down parkas like the Kasson and Rockford read especially generous | regular to long, with several parkas sitting at or below the hip | Stick with your usual size if you wear knitwear or fleece underneath; size down if you want the jacket to sit close over just a tee. | medium |
| T-shirts & graphic tees | true to size | regular, straight-cut body | regular | Take your normal size; the cut is standard rather than fashion-slim. | low |
Does Penfield run big or small?
Penfield fits slightly large. Take your normal size if you plan to layer, but consider sizing down one if you want a cleaner, closer fit — especially in shirts and insulated jackets. Most shoppers report Penfield pieces fitting on the roomy side of true to size, with a relaxed, layering-friendly cut typical of New England outdoor labels rather than a slim European silhouette.
How does Penfield fit?
Most shoppers report Penfield pieces fitting on the roomy side of true to size, with a relaxed, layering-friendly cut typical of New England outdoor labels rather than a slim European silhouette. Overall shape: relaxed, fairly boxy American outdoor cut with room through the chest and body.
How do Penfield hoodies & sweatshirts fit?
Penfield hoodies & sweatshirts fits slightly large. Order your usual size for an easy fit, or drop one size for a trimmer shape. Shape: regular to slightly boxy logo sweat fit.
How do Penfield shirts & overshirts fit?
Penfield shirts & overshirts runs large. Many find the flannels a size big, so sizing down is common unless you want a shacket-style drape. Shape: relaxed overshirt-leaning flannel cut, broad through chest and shoulders.
How do Penfield jackets fit?
Penfield jackets fits slightly large. Stick with your usual size if you wear knitwear or fleece underneath; size down if you want the jacket to sit close over just a tee. Shape: relaxed and boxy, cut with room for mid-layers; down parkas like the Kasson and Rockford read especially generous.
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